# Running for Africa 2026

- **When:** Fri, Sep 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** 801 Haysland Road SW, Huntsville, AL, 35803
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-152777-running-for-africa-2026

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Huntsville/RunningforAfrica?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

&#x1f389; Lace Up for a Life-Changing Adventure! &#x1f389;
The 3rd Annual Running for Africa 2026 is HERE! Powered by: Fleet Feet Huntsville/Madison

&#x1f4c5; Save the Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
&#x1f4cd; The Park at Hayes Farm-Huntsville, Alabama
&#x1f4a5; Gates open at 7:00 AM — Late registration on sight.

Get ready to run, walk, cheer, win prizes, and change lives — all before lunch! &#x1f30d;&#x1f45f;
Join us for a high-energy morning of faith, fitness, and fun, all in support of Archangel Group International, a nonprofit on a mission to fight poverty and human trafficking in Africa. &#x1f49b;

Founded by Decatur Police Officer Jonathan Macklin, Archangel Group International is “the hands and feet of Jesus”—restoring families, empowering communities, and providing critical law enforcement training across Africa.

 
&#x1f4ab; RACE DAY LINEUP:
&#x1f3c3;‍♂️ 5K Run – Starts at 8:00 AM
&#x1f389; 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk – Starts at 9:00 AM
&#x1f455; FREE Race Shirt for early registrants!
&#x1f3c6; Trophies for top overall & master male/female finishers (5K only)
&#x1f947; 1st–3rd Place Medals in all age divisions (Male & Female) (All Participants will receive a race medal)

 &#x1f4b8; REGISTRATION FEES:
&#x1f3c3;‍♀️ 5K Run – $30
&#x1f6b6;‍♂️ 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk – $25
&#x1f4e2; EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: September 1st, 2026 &#64; 12:00 AM.  If you want a free race shirt, you must be registered by then. 

&#x1f9d2;&#x1f475; AGE DIVISIONS:

14 & under
15–19
20–24
25–29
30–34
35–39
40–44
45–49
50–54
55–59
60–64

65-69
70 & up

We would also like to add that all finishers will receive a medal this year to display and add to their collections!!

&#x1f496; WHY WE RUN:
Every dollar raised fuels hope.
Every mile brings change.
Every step you take helps combat poverty, fight human trafficking, and empower families across Africa. &#x1f30d;&#x1f463;

Whether you’re racing for a medal, walking for a cause, or just hoping to win a prize — this is your moment to make a difference.

&#x1f64f; Thank you for your support. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-152777-running-for-africa-2026](https://runthis.run/event/rs-152777-running-for-africa-2026) — data from Run This (runthis.run).